COD Women’s Tennis Place Second at Regionals, Head to National Tournament

COD Women’s Tennis Place Second at Regionals, Head to National Tournament

Posted by COD Newsroom, Community Contributor

Posted by COD Newsroom, Community Contributor

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The Lady Chaparral netters will play in the NJCAA National Tournament in May after taking second place in regionals earlier this month.

The six-member team had a strong season and expected a good performance at regionals. During warmups before the first match, however, freshman Nadia Hussain suffered a pulled hamstring and was forced to default all of her matches.

"We were expecting her to dominate the regional tournament like she did the regular season and contribute six points, which would have given us first place," said Head Coach Jim Bowers. "What surprised me and the entire coaching staff is how the rest of team responded, rallying to win five matches over opponents who we'd lost to in the regular season."

Among the tournament highlights, sophomore Shannon McCarthy took first place at second singles. Meanwhile sophomore Jennelle Stolarczuk won a tough match against a Moraine Valley opponent she'd lost to previously this season.

"Jennelle started day one with a huge win by constantly pressing her opponent with deep groundstrokes and solid volleys," said assistant Coach Mandy Semenik. "Most importantly, with her strong fitness regimen, she was able to maintain a high energy level for all five of her matches."

College of DuPage is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association, National Junior College Athletic Association Region IV and North Central Community College Conference (N4C). The College's Athletics program offers eight men's and seven women's sports teams each year, including track and field, cross country, football, volleyball, golf, basketball, tennis, baseball, softball and soccer. All home games are played on the Glen Ellyn campus, 425 Fawell Blvd., and are free and open to the public.

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